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I hav 285 mg/dl, need to reduce it down

2020-02-28 23:15:10
I sometime feels a jibe pain in center of my chest. And i am sure that is because of the chornic acidity I have. But yesterday I underwent with a Test in which i found my colestrol level has gone 285 mg/dl. Can you pl. Suggest some life changing habit and medicine to curb it down. Otherwise I am very fit and active.
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Hello, you need to increase fiber intake in your dirt and cut down sugars. Exercise moderately for at least 30 min a day. Cut down alcohol and red meat. Bring your BMI below 25. These are the lifestyle changes. Whether you need a medicine in addition depends upon multiple factors. I need additional information for that. Consult online for the same.

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